The main reason I started writing a song every month two years ago was to share my song writing ability with the kids in a confirmation class where I lead songs. Starting this school year, I am going to give the students a chance to give me ideas for the songs. As an example, I am going to tell them about some of the songs I have written over the years as a result of someone saying, "Why don't you write a song about...". One example happened when I was living in Milwaukee back in 1991, shortly after graduating from Marquette University. A an junior high boy at the church where I was a temporary youth director asked me to write a song sometime. "What should I write it about?" "The 23rd Psalm". The following is what came as a result of that request.
23rd Psalm-Circa 1991
Lead me into the pasture, sweet Jesus
Make me lie down in fields of green
Restore my soul, side the quiet waters
With your rod and staff, come comfort me
The Good Shepherd lays down His life for His flock
The gate the Good Shepherd will unlock
In a Good Shepherd, the sheep will trust
For their life, it is a must
Though my heart is surrounded by darkness
You are with me… I will not fear
Guide me into your holy ways, Lord
Stay forever to me near
REFRAIN
Before me you’ve set an abundant feast, Lord
Covered my head with your love
Following me will be an overflowing
Of your glorious gifts from above
REFRAIN
